Young tennis sensation Carlos Alcaraz faced a minor setback in his preparations for the 2024 US Open as he suffered an injury scare during a practice session with Francisco Cerundolo. The four-time Grand Slam winner was seen hobbling and decided to cut short his hit with the Argentine player, expressing that he didn’t feel comfortable enough to continue practicing. However, Alcaraz reassured fans during a press conference that he is still feeling good and expects to be at 100% for the upcoming tournament.
Despite the injury scare, Alcaraz made an appearance at the Arthur Ashe Kids’ Day later in the afternoon and seemed to move freely, alleviating concerns about the extent of his injury. The young star explained that he stopped the practice session as a precautionary measure and wanted to ensure that he didn’t worsen the situation by pushing through discomfort. He emphasized his commitment to getting better and ready for the tournament, indicating that he expects to be back to full fitness in a day or two.
Reflecting on his limited match practice on hard courts leading up to the US Open, Alcaraz acknowledged that he would have preferred more matches under his belt. However, he remained confident in his ability to perform well, drawing parallels to his successful campaigns at previous Grand Slam events like Roland Garros and Wimbledon, where he also had limited match play on specific surfaces. The reigning French Open and Wimbledon champion expressed optimism about his prospects at the US Open despite the lack of preparation on hard courts.
Looking ahead to his first-round match against qualifier Li Tu, Alcaraz appeared focused and determined to make a strong start to the final Grand Slam of the year. With the injury scare behind him and a positive mindset going into the tournament, the young Spanish talent is poised to showcase his skills and compete against the best in the world. Tennis fans eagerly anticipate Alcaraz’s performance at the US Open, as he looks to add to his impressive Grand Slam tally and continue his ascent in the world of professional tennis.
